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Large-scale advantages
Taurus offers the flexibility to handle very large sheets or multiple sheets, with a cutting range that ensures high machine dynamics for jobs of different batch sizes, shapes and material types, accommodating workpieces up to 3.3 meters wide and 30 mm thick.
Large parts can be processed without repositioning, while multiple smaller parts can be placed on the cutting table and processed in a continuous manner without interruption. Parts can be cut in one part of the table and loaded/unloaded in another, keeping downtime to a minimum.
Taurus is designed for easy access. Only the gantry comes with a housing, not the entire machine. The mechanical design and drive system ensure high machine dynamics during large format cutting.
The operator has easy access to the controls at all times using two touch panels.
The handheld control unit allows the operator to safely move all axes in manual mode for machine setup or loading the nozzle changer. A camera located in the cutting area and a monitor on the operator console allow continuous monitoring of the cutting process. The cutting area has a removable front panel for easy maintenance.
The machine does not require a special foundation.
The high-quality laser cutting machine has a good performance in the field of thin-plate processing. The role of the laser cutting machine cannot be underestimated, which is deeply favored and recognized by people. It provides a wide range of opportunities. The versatility, speed, and precision enable to produce everything from a simple machine concept to packaging.
Are laser cutting machines dangerous?
Is a laser cutting machine strong enough to cut a hand?
What are the factors affecting laser cutting machine price?
Laser cutting machine allows for precise measurements and for users to get the exact dimensions. But the process can do harm to our health because of the harmful fumes emitted. It is more dangerous if workspaces do not have the air filtration systems.
Laser cutting machines are classified by the American National Standards Institute, as a Class 1 laser. They are not overly hazardous that they do not emit high levels of energy. Laser beams are hazardous during the cutting or engraving process because air contaminants are released. Harmful emissions are usually associated with Class 3B or 4 lasers. Chemical vapors, aerosols or smoke can be emitted when a laser beam is interacting with various materials.
During the cutting process, high temperature causes the surrounding air to expand. Once materials are cut by the laser cutting machine, they will emit gases that rapidly expand and release dangerous particles.
While laser cutting machine is relatively safer compared to conventional methods, the operators still practice with caution as the laser is powerful enough to burn skin and cut a hand.
However, the possibility that an accident would occur by a laser cutting machine is very low because it has a safety lid that can be closed or opened at any given time. The cutting process is done in a safe and controlled environment.
The disadvantage of laser cutting machine is that it cannot work on thicker metals. Its cutting capability depends on the material thickness and laser power. But even with this limitation, it doesn’t mean that the cutting power should be underestimated because it is still strong enough to cut a hand in a matter of seconds.
We all know that brand is an added value of laser cutting machine. The brand effect is reflected in the machine quality, kits, parts, performance, and after-sales service. The laser cutting machine of big brands will have higher prices than those of small factories.
The price of large-sized laser cutting machines is higher than that of small-sized ones. The price of the customized laser cutting machine is higher than that of the regular-sized ones.
The laser is the core optical component of the laser cutting machine. Different laser generators have different laser beam qualities. Imported lasers are superior to domestic lasers in terms of stability and beam quality. For the same brand laser generator, the greater the laser power, the higher the price.
Other key components mainly include guide rails, rack and pinion, motor, and water chiller. They also affect the price.
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Shearing machines are to cut all kinds of metal plates. In the manufacturing system of plate flexibility, the shearing machine is often indispensable. Shearing machine belongs to the type of straight-line cutting, which is mainly used to cut the straight edge of various sizes of metal plates.
What are the failures of shearing machine?
How to troubleshoot the errors of shearing machine?
How to maintain shearing machine?
The oil pump of shearing machine is too noisy. The oil suction resistance is large. Check the oil suction pipe and clear the blockage. If the oil volume of shearing machine is too low, replace the hydraulic oil with a higher oil volume. If the oil viscosity of shearing machine is too high, replace the working oil. If the clearance between the end face of the pump shaft and the motor shaft is small, adjust the clearance at the well end.
Oil temperature used in shearing machine is too high. There is excessive leakage inside the oil pump. The oil return pipe of the oil pump is blocked or not cleared. The oil viscosity is too high to repair the pipe. If the oil pump is damaged, replace it.
The air release valve of shearing machine leaks. Disassemble and check the tight seal of the conical surface of the relief valve.
The hole of shearing machine is congested. Clean, grind, debug, inspect, repair or replace the overflow valve.
Shearing machine operator should master the operation of the shear hydraulic system. Whether the hydraulic system is working normally. Whether the hydraulic pump is abnormal. Check the cleanliness of the hydraulic oil used in shearing machine. Check the cleaning and replacement of the filter element. Whether the hydraulic components of shearing machine have been adjusted before failing. Whether the sealing component of shearing machine has been replaced. They also master the abnormal phenomena occurred in the hydraulic system of the shearing machine before and after the failure. They should be equipped with some knowledge about how to eliminate the failures causing shearing machine fail.
Check the actual working conditions of the shearing machine, together with system pressure, speed, oil, leakage, vibration and other parts.
Pay attention to the sound of shearing machine, such as attack noise, pump noise, and other abnormal noises. Judge whether the shearing machine is working normally.
Check the temperature of shearing machine to determine whether the working condition of the moving parts is normal.
Operate shearing machine strictly in accordance with the operating procedures. It is strictly forbidden to operate the shearing machine by non-designated personnel.
Add lubricating oil according to the requirements of the lubrication chart every time before starting the shearing machine. The oil should be clean and free of precipitation.
The shearing machine must be kept clean frequently. The unpainted part should be painted by anti-rust grease.
The lubricating oil in the motor bearing should be replaced and refilled regularly. The electrical part should be regularly checked for normal, safe and reliable operation.
Regularly check V-belts, handles, knobs, and buttons to avoid severely wearing. The spare parts should be reported for replenishment.
Regularly check and repair switches, insurances, and handles to ensure reliability.
Lubricate and scrub the shearing machine 10 minutes before leaving get off work every day.
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The CNC press brake is primarily a machine tool that is utilized for bending a metal sheet or plate into a shape determined by its die set. CNC press brake plays a very important role in sheet metal manufacturing.
How to perform CNC press brake?
How to adjust the gap between blades of CNC press brake?
What should be considered when using CNC press brake?
Close the rear protective door of the CNC press brake. Turn on the power. Turn on the switch on the control panel of CNC press brake. Then, start the oil pump. The CNC press brake does not operate at this time. Release all emergency stop switches.
Adjust stroke. Pay attention to adjusting the stroke when using it. You must test it before bending. There must be a gap of plate thickness when its upper die descends to the bottom. Otherwise, it will cause damage to the CNC press brake. The adjustment of the stroke also has electric quick adjustment.
For the selection of bending notches for CNC press brake, a notch with a width of 8 times the thickness of the plate should generally be selected.
Backgauge adjustment generally has electric quick adjustment and manual fine adjustment, which is the same as the shearing machine.
Press down the blue "reset" button on the pedal and the "reset rearguard" button on the electric box, ensuring that the two blue reset indicator lights are off.
Turn the function forwarding switch to the "auto" position and press the motor start button after the controller self-test is over.
The CNC press brake finds the reference point and loads the corresponding bending program. Ensure that the mold installed in the CNC press brake is consistent with the programmed mold. Ensure that the sheet material is consistent with the programming page.
Remove the lower blade of CNC press brake and clean it piece by piece. Select one side to install tightly. Check the straightness of the blade in the horizontal and vertical directions.
Remove the upper blade of CNC press brake and clean it piece by piece. Then, the operation is same with that of the lower blade.
The upper blade is fixed. We adjust the blade gap by adjusting the lower blade.
The left and right screws of the lower blade increase the clearance. Loosen the four bolts on the table of the lower blade.
Manually turn the upper blade down to the proper position. The operator adjusts at the blanking area of the CNC press brake.
Use a feeler gauge to roughly adjust to 0.5mm from the unoccupied part of the upper and lower blades.
Manually turn the blade to the middle position and adjust it to 0.5mm.
Manually turn the blade up to the right position where the upper and lower blades are not disengaged. The middle position is roughly adjusted to 0.5mm.
Manually turn the upper blade to the proper position and start fine adjustment.
Before working, you must check the surrounding area of CNC press brake for any objects that may cause harm to it. Make sure the surroundings are clean, especially backgauge. Check the position of the oil mark in the oil tank. Check the hydraulic part for leaks.
The CNC press brake should be operated by professors. The operators must wear the corresponding labor protection supplies.
After turning on the power switch of the CNC press brake, do not start the oil pump immediately. Start the oil pump only after the computer screen displays normal.
After starting the CNC press brake, run it for 2 to 3 minutes without anything. Run the slide block at full stroke for 2 to 3 times. Check the motor and CNC press brake for noise. If the temperature is low, the oil tank and oil circuit must be preheated.
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